Launched in March 2017, Nintendo Switch came to the agenda this time with its global sales figures. The console surpassed PS2 sales in the US. Worldwide, it sold millions of units and managed to approach the sales figures of the PlayStation 2. Although it is ahead in the US, Sony’s iconic console continues to lead the global ranking with more than 160 million sales. So, how many Nintendo Switch units have been sold? Why was it so popular? Details in our news…
Nintendo Switch outsells PlayStation 2 in the US
Nintendo Switch outsells PlayStation 2 in the US market. According to analyst Mat Piscatella’s data, Nintendo Switch reached a total of 53 million sales in the US. Judging by the numbers, we can say that it surpassed the PlayStation 2’s sales in the same market. However, let’s also say that Nintendo DS is at the top of the US ranking with 57 million units.
Worldwide, the Nintendo Switch has sold a total of 146 million units and currently ranks third in the ranking of the best-selling consoles. It’s hard to beat PlayStation 2’s global sales figure of over 160 million units. However, the Switch could overtake the Nintendo DS, which ended its career with 154 million units, in the coming months.
In short, Nintendo’s goal is to carry this success forward with Switch 2. The company has already set sales targets for the new console for 2025. The new model is expected to repeat the Switch’s success and even break the PlayStation 2’s record.
